Bollywood has churned out many good franchises. This year, we have seen sequels like Total Dhamaal and Student Of The Year 2, and in the coming months, we will get to see many sequels on the big screen like Housefull 4, Dabangg 3, Commando 3 and Mardaani 2.
However, there are some sequels that have been in the news but are not yet officially announced and fans are actually eagerly waiting for it…
No Entry 2
2005 release No Entry was a super hit at the box office. Starring Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor, Fardeen Khan, Bipasha Basu, Lara Dutta, Celina Jaitly and Esha Deol, the film was a laugh riot. From the past many years, we have heard that the makers are planning a sequel to it. However, nothing is officially announced yet.
Hera Pheri 3
The third instalment of Hera Pheri is clearly jinxed. The movie was supposed to star Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham, Paresh Rawal and Suniel Shetty in the lead roles. Even the shooting of the film had kickstarted, but it was stalled and later the film got shelved. It was said that the makers are planning to restart the sequel with Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, and Suniel Shetty. But nothing has been announced yet.
Singham 3
Fans of Ajay Devgn love to watch him on the big screen as Bajirao Singham in the Singham franchise. The second instalment of the franchise, Singham Returns released in 2014 and was a blockbuster at the box office. Now, the actor’s fans are eagerly waiting for the third instalment of the franchise.
Golmaal 5
Rohit Shetty’s Golmaal franchise has been tickling our funny bones since 2006. We have seen four films under the franchise and now, fans have been eagerly waiting to know when the mad cast of Golmaal will come together once again for Golmaal 5 to make them laugh out loud.
Don 3
After the success of Don (2006) and Don 2 (2011), fans of Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra are eagerly waiting to see them together on the big screen in Don 3. A few months ago, there were reports that Shah Rukh Khan is considering Don 3 as his next film after Zero, but we are still waiting for an official announcement of it.
Munna Bhai 3
After his exit from the prison, Sanjay Dutt has starred in many films, but all of them have failed to make a mark at the box office. His fans have been eagerly waiting to see him as Munna Bhai on the big screen and from the past couple of years, we have heard many reports about Munna Bhai 3, but the movie has not yet started rolling.
Stree 2
During the promotions of Stree, the makers had clearly stated that the movie is a franchise and there will be Stree 2 and Stree 3 happening as well. But well, it’s been more than a year the film released, but Stree 2 is not yet officially announced. Well, we are surely waiting for this sequel.
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire
Rahul Bhatt sparks controversy over 'insensitive' remarks about sisters Alia and Pooja Bhatt
Rahul Bhatt, fitness trainer and son of veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, has found himself at the centre of a social media storm following controversial remarks about his half-sister, Alia Bhatt. In a recent interview, Rahul drew comparisons between Alia and their older sister Pooja Bhatt, calling the latter more talented, attractive, and principled.
The comments, which many have labelled inappropriate and insensitive, have sparked widespread criticism online. During the interview, Rahul stated, “In my opinion, she (Alia) is not even half of what my real sister Pooja is. Not in talent, not in looks, not in terms of being sexy. In front of my sister, she is ‘paani kam chai’ (watery tea). Amongst the siblings, the most talented and the most moralistic is Pooja.”
Social media users reacted strongly, questioning why Rahul would compare his sisters in such personal terms. Several users were particularly disturbed by his reference to their appearance and sex appeal, pointing out that such comparisons within a family cross boundaries of propriety. One comment read, “This is disturbing. Why talk about your sisters like that? It’s not just weird, it’s wrong.” Another post said, “There’s nothing respectful about comparing your siblings’ attractiveness in public.”
The backlash also reignited conversation around a decades-old controversy involving Mahesh Bhatt and Pooja Bhatt. Rahul was asked about the infamous 1990s magazine cover where the father-daughter duo shared a kiss, which had stirred public outrage at the time. Dismissing the criticism, Rahul said, “It doesn’t make any difference. It’s like water off a duck’s back. We know the truth, and we’ve seen everything since childhood.”
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire, with critics saying it reflects a broader issue of the Bhatt family being insensitive to public perception and boundaries. Many users questioned the need for bringing up old incidents in a bid to defend new and equally questionable statements.
As of now, neither Alia Bhatt nor Pooja Bhatt has issued any public response to Rahul’s remarks. Both actors, known for their significant contributions to Indian cinema, have typically kept family matters private despite living in the public eye.
This episode has also sparked debate over the role of public figures in maintaining respect when discussing family matters in the media. Observers say such comments, especially when involving women’s appearance and personal qualities, reinforce problematic attitudes and fuel unnecessary controversies.
While Rahul Bhatt is not as prominent in the entertainment industry as his father or sisters, his comments have made headlines and placed the Bhatt family in the spotlight for reasons beyond their creative work. For many, this serves as a reminder that public platforms come with responsibility, and that family ties should not be trivialised or dissected for attention or comparison.
The backlash is unlikely to subside soon, especially as fans and followers of Alia and Pooja continue to express disappointment over the way the situation has unfolded. Whether or not Rahul chooses to clarify or apologise remains to be seen.